PTX Performance Products Recalls Self-Balancing Scooters/Hoverboards Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2016-07-06 · 16208
Hazards
The lithium-ion battery packs in the self-balancing scooters/hoverboards can overheat, posing a risk of the products smoking, catching fire and/or exploding.
Recall
Number
16208
Date
2016-07-06
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Self-balancing scooters/hoverboards
Remedies
Options
No Remedy Available
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
PTX Performance Products USA, of Irvine, Calif.
Retailer(s)
The Sports Authority, MC Sports stores nationwide and online at Academy.com and DICKS.com from December 2015 through May 2016 for about $500.
Importer(s)
PTX Performance Products USA, of Irvine, Calif.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves Airwalk brand self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards. The hoverboards have two wheels at either end of a platform and are powered by lithium-ion battery packs. Airwalk brand hoverboards were sold in black or white colors. The AIRWALK logo is printed on the front right foot pad.